Project Management Quality Assurance

Douglas S. Forest

**** **** **** **., ****** Center, KS 67147

************@***.*** 316-***-****

Professional Summary

Versatile aviation maintenance and operations leader with over 30 years of experience across MRO, quality assurance, production management, and FAA regulatory compliance. Proven track record in team leadership, project management, safety investigations, and technical oversight in both commercial and medical aviation sectors. Skilled in working with FAA Part 145 regulations, RCCA processes, and cross-functional coordination across multiple sites.

Core Competencies

• FAA Regulatory Compliance • MRO Operations • Quality Assurance & Auditing • RCCA & Event Investigations

• Project Management • Human Factors Awareness • Technical Team Leadership • Cross-Site Coordination

• A&P Technician Evaluation • Safety Reporting • Production Scheduling • Stakeholder Communication

Professional Experience

Global Medical Response – Wichita, KS

Quality Control Lead & Site MRO Manager (April 2024 – Present)

• Direct FAA Part 145 Repair Station operations with oversight of site-level MRO activities.

• Lead project management for maintenance actions; coordinate directly with pilots for return-to-service authorization.

• Collaborate across GMR sites to align MRO schedules and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

• Conduct event investigations, RCCA facilitation, and human factors assessments.

• Evaluate A&P technicians and uphold audit readiness and FAA certification.

• Serve as primary FAA liaison for compliance and inspections.

Meggitt – Midwest Region

Midwest MRO Manager / FAA Rated Chief Inspector (2018 – 2024)

• Led greenfield startup of new MRO facility, managing FAA-certified A&P and repairman technicians.

• Directed operations, quality, and budgeting while maintaining FAA, DOT, and ATF compliance.

• Engaged in customer issue resolution, training development, and internal audit processes.

Triumph Aerostructures – Wichita, KS

Plant Assembly Manager (2017 – 2018)

• Managed 22 technicians and over $5 million in monthly sales.

• Drove RCCA initiatives and coordinated new program integration with quality and engineering.

• Oversaw production scheduling, budget forecasting, and employee development.

Previous Experience Highlights

• PCC AeroStructures – Plant Production Manager (2016–2017): Managed supervisors and cross-department functions for $8M/month machining and assembly operation.

• HM Dunn Aero – Assembly Manager (2013–2016): Led 40+ personnel on various programs, facilitating daily ops and RCCA.

• Kansas Racing & Gaming – Agent (2011–2013): Investigated regulatory and criminal violations.

• Spirit AeroSystems – Mechanic, Level B (2005–2011): Assembly and leadership in 737 underwing components.

• Law Enforcement Roles – Sedgwick Co. & Park City Police (2003–2011): Patrol, investigations, and compliance.

• Boeing – Production Supervisor / Mechanic (1989–2002): Oversaw major assemblies and project management for 767, 757, and military aircraft.

Education & Certifications

• PCC Executive Leadership Training (2016)

• Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center – Certified (800 hours)

• Cowley County Community College – 46 Hours Completed

• Wichita West High School – Graduate

• CDL – Class A (Tanker & Airbrake Endorsements)

• CPR Certified Hazmat Removal & Disposal Microsoft Office Blueprint I & II KANBAN Trained

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